100 Years Ago: 1921 A new adding machine has been added to the equipment of the commercial course of the Jordan High School. It is proving to be a great adjunct by way of preparation to the students, and is very satisfactory on account of its simplicity. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Taber’s, a popular summer […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Weight loss doesnt take sting out of observations
DEAR ABBY: During the last year, I made some significant changes to my life. I left an emotionally abusive marriage after 23 years, which gave me the confidence to take better care of myself. I have lost 70 pounds and am almost down to the weight I was in high school. I am very proud […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
How risky is occasional seafood when it comes to gout care?
DEAR DR. ROACH: About three months ago, I had an attack of gout. I believe it was my first, but I may have had one a few months earlier that was diagnosed as a foot infection. The symptoms lasted well over a month. My last uric acid reading was 5.1, but it was 8.6 in […]
Posted inHoroscope
Capricorn: Tidy up decorate your space get into the festive season and do something that brings you joy
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hallee Hirsh, 34; Krysten Ritter, 40; J.B. Smoove, 56; Billy Gibbons, 72. Happy Birthday: Keep your life simple, and channel your energy into what matters and will bring the highest return. Refuse to let the little things get to you. Moderation in all aspects of life will help you avoid […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Dec. 15
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Lewiston Chamber of Commerce will appropriate a sum of money to be used jointly with that appropriated by the city for the purpose of organizing a public skating rink, it was announced today. The need of municipal skating rinks that are properly constructed and are safe is especially necessary — […]
Posted inDear Abby
Couple deal with cracks in their relationship
DEAR ABBY: I have been with my boyfriend for almost five years. We don’t live together but we see each other every other day. Recently we had an argument about him following girls who show their butts on Instagram. This is not the first time I have asked him to delete the pictures; it’s the […]
Posted inDr. Roach
The pain of tennis elbow can be slow to heal
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 75-year-old man who is quite active in many sports, including tennis. About six weeks ago, I developed pain in the outside of my elbow, which the internet tells me is lateral epicondylitis. I’ve never had an injury, including fractures, that is so persistent. I seem to be no closer to […]
Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Don’t feel rushed or let anyone push you in a direction that doesn’t feel right
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michelle Dockery, 40; Adam Brody, 42; Julie Taymor, 69; Don Johnson, 72. Happy Birthday: Reflect, and you’ll come up with a plan that combines what makes you happy, a change of lifestyle, and heading in a direction that has meaning and brings you peace of mind. Make sure your decisions […]
Posted inSun Spots
Owner of paisley fabric wallet hoping it will be found
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Thursday, Dec. 9, I was at Hannaford Pharmacy in Lewiston picking up a prescription. It was 3:48 p.m. according to my pharmacy receipt. I made no other stops and when I got home I did not have my wallet. Of value are my driver’s license, COVID vaccination card, and credit cards. I […]
Posted inEncore, Lewiston-Auburn
Auburn actress appears in new Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz biopic by Aaron Sorkin
AUBURN — Breanna Wing, the Auburn native who appeared next to Margot Robbie in Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon A Time in . . . Hollywood,” has landed a part in the upcoming biopic, “Being the Ricardos.” The film, directed by screenwriter/director Aaron Sorkin, follows the relationship between comedienne and sitcom star Lucille Ball and her […]